Volkswagen Golf 1.4 Twist starting problems - what is it?

Trying to start the Golf the engine starts to turn then the message CLUTCH appears on the display and the car will not start. Sometimes changing the key sorts it out, sometimes not. Once I can get the...

Buying petrol automatic hatchback - Golf or Mazda 3?

I am looking to buy 1-2 year old petrol automatic hatchback with decent power and fuel economy for commuting 17 miles each way. Half is stop and go traffic and other half motorway. Annual mileage is 10k....

Replacing 2008 VW Golf 1.6 FSI Match

We are looking to replace our Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI. We have narrowed our shortlist down to the Kia Ceed, Mazda CX-3 and the latest Volkswagen Golf. Which are the best for reliability?

Need a reliable automatic - what do you suggest?

I bought a Volkswagen Golf DSG 1.4 TSI nine months ago. Since then I've been told various horror stories about the automatic gearbox and am now considering selling the car. What is your suggestion for...

Do you have to fit new tyres in pairs?

I own a Volkswagen Golf. It is just one year old and has 10,000 miles on the clock. However, yesterday I had to replace one of the rear tyres. Can I just replace the single tyre or do I need to do it in...

Poor ride quiality on Volkswagen Gold - will new tyres solve the problem?

Recently, we bought a new Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GT diesel, fitted with 225x40xR18 alloy wheels and tyres as standard. The ride is appalling. Could I ask you to suggest a decent tyre/wheel combination for...

Golf Mk 7 gearbox/transmission shudder

I understand there is a potential problem with the Golf Mk7 auto gearbox? My car shudders a bit as I pull away - is this curable?

Advice on buying a used automatic car

Hi John, Please can you help me point to the car that is economical in maintenance, pleasure in driving, comfort and has a good re-sale value. I'm looking for an Auto transmission car between the models...

Golf auto hill start difficulty

I own a 2013 Volkswagen Golf auto and have trouble starting the car on hills. We never had this problem with our old 2006 Golf auto, is there a fault?

Which diesel car should I buy?

I am looking to purchase a new vehicle and am aware of the potential problems with diesels. I do about 18,000 miles a year which comprises a daily commute of seven miles each way and several much longer...